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Perrysburg
Perrysburg is a town and a village in Cattaraugus County, New York. The Town and Village were named after Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry.
Red House
Red House is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. As of the 2000 census, the town population was 38, making it the least populous town in the state. The name comes from a small stream, Red House Creek.
Coldspring
The Town of Coldspring, New York.
A Little History
The first settler arrived around 1818. The Town of Coldspring was established in 1837 from a part of the Town of Napoli. In 1847 and 1848, part of the town was added to the Town of South Valley.
Otto
Otto is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The name comes from Jacob S. Otto, an agent of the Holland Land Company.
Location
The Town of Otto lies on the northern border of the county.
Ischua
Ischua (pronounced ISH-way) is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The Town of Ischua is on the eastern border of the county, north of Olean, New York.
Freedom
The town of Freedom, NY is full of farms and woodland. The hamlet of Sandusky is in the Town of Freedom. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 40.6 square miles, of which, 40.3 square miles of it is land and 0.3 square miles of it (0.64%) is water.
Conewango
The Town of Conewango is located on the western boundary of the Enchanted Mountains of Cattaraugus County. The west town line is the border of Chautauqua County.
Persia
Location
Persia is a town in the northwest part of Cattaraugus County, New York.
Olean
Olean is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The name is derived from the Latin word "oleum" due to the discovery of crude oil in nearby Ischua.
Leon
The town of Leon, New York is known for a majority of the population being Old Order Amish.
The town of Leon, New York was formed, from the town of Conewango, on April 24, 1832. James Waterhouse named it for the ancient Kingdom of Leon of Spain.
Great Valley
Great Valley is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The town is named after its local geographical setting, a relative comparison of two tributaries (the other being the neighboring Little Valley) of the Allegheny River.
Mansfield
The Town of Mansfield is centrally located in Cattaraugus County, north of Salamanca. The name was thought to be that of a noble family in England.
Napoli
Napoli is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. It is located in the western half of the county, northwest of Salamanca. The only permanent community in the town is Napoli village, formerly "Napoli Corners."
Little Valley
Little Valley is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York. The town is named after its local geographical setting, a relative comparison of two tributaries (the other being the neighboring Great Valley) of the Allegheny River.
Carrollton
The Town of Carrollton, New York is on the south border of Cattaraugus County, the Enchanted Mountains of Western New York State and is known for being a beautiful gateway from Pennsylvania into New York State.
Hinsdale
Hinsdale is a town at the eastern border of Cattaraugus County, New York. The town was named after another location: Hinsdale, New Hampshire.
Lyndon
Lyndon is a town in Cattaraugus County, New York.
2025 Spring Along the Amish Trail
Gear up for a road trip and experience "Spring Along the Amish Trail" on May, 17th from 10am - 4pm. There are nearly 200 Amish Shops along the Amish Trail offering their wares and handiworks, offering a one of a kind shopping experience. In addition to several English Businesses.
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2026 Spring Along the Amish Trail
Gear up for a road trip and experience "Spring Along the Amish Trail" on May, 30th from 10am - 4pm. There are nearly 200 Amish Shops along the Amish Trail offering their wares and handiworks, offering a one of a kind shopping experience. In addition to several English Businesses.
Check Spring Along the Amish Trail for an updated list of participants.
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Farmersville
Farmersville is a town located in the eastern border of Cattaraugus County . Its surface is a hilly upland, forming the watershed between the streams flowing northwest into Lake Erie, and those flowing east into Genesee River and south into Allegany River. Mud Lake, in the northern part, cover
New Albion
New Albion is named after Albion in Orleans County, New York, the source of some early settlers.
The Town of New Albion is in the northwest quadrant of the county, northwest of the City of Salamanca.
Franklinville
The Town of Franklinville is an interior town, located in the northeast quadrant of the county.
Machias
The Town of Machias is an interior town in the northeast quadrant of the county. It is northeast of the city of Salamanca.
2025 Fall Along the Amish Trail
Experience Fall Along New York's Amish Trail this year!
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Facts
Facts from around the Enchanted Mountains
Brand Guide
Naturally Yours to Enjoy! The Enchanted Mountains is our brand for Cattaraugus County, in South-Western New York. Due to the abundance of places to enjoy outdoor activities and our small communities, we feel that no matter where you are from you will find a spot to love in the Enchanted Mountains. For the development of the Enchanted Mountains Brand, we talk about the sensory things, like visual identity - the EM logo, use of colors and the way we write in various ways. We want the Enchanted Mountains to be a trusted source for traveling in Western New York State. This is the dynamic foundation of the Enchanted Mountains brand.
Residents
Most residents follow the "work hard, play hard" ethos and find a place to relax.
Purpose
The beauty and natural assets of Cattaraugus County serve as the foundation of the Enchanted Mountains promotional efforts. You combine that with all the high quality tourism-related "infrastructure" and you have a great place to live, learn, work and play
Values
Grounded Authenticity: Embracing natural, raw beauty without artificial filters or over-commercialization
Mystical Wonder: Cultivating a sense of magic, exploration, and awe in everyday outdoor experiences
This is due to the stories from native american culture, the history of immigrants, geography and trails developed by residents.
Balanced Vitality: Honoring the local "work hard, play hard, rest deeply" ethos
Inclusive Stewardship: Protecting the land while ensuring it feels welcoming and accessible to all visitors.
Pillars
Pristine Playground - Focus: Allegany State Park, dense forests, waterways, and changing seasons.
Enchanted Small Towns: Local artisan communities, indigenous heritage with the Seneca Nation of Indians, historic villages and local hospitality.
Recharging Sanctuary - Focus: Disconnecting from digital noise, peaceful retreats, and mental clarity; Promoting BnBs, cabins, trails, stargazing spots, and slow-paced weekend getaways
Brand Truth
The undeniable, foundational reality of our region is that it makes the brand promise credible.
Unspoiled Playground: The Enchanted Mountains, Cattaraugus County, is an authentic, rugged, and vast landscape of state parks, historic trails, and waterways that remains pristine and uncrowded, offering a genuine escape from dense urban life.
Adjectives
- Natural
- Enchanted
- Mystical
Promise
To provide an authentic, uncrowded natural sanctuary where you can escape the noise, recharge your spirit, and discover your own moments of outdoor wonder.
Brand Story
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Logos
View the Logos of the Enchanted Mountains
Tone of Voice
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Photography
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Typography
Fonts for the Enchanted Mountains
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Color Palette
Colors for the Enchanted Mountains. The two base colors of the EM brand are blue and green.
Jump to the section on Enchanted Mountains Colors
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Video & Motion
Titles
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End-Frame Design
Video Ratios
9:16, 1:1, 4:5
Location Markers
Holland Land Bank Presentation at Leon Historical Society
Celebrate New York State's Path through History Weekend with a presentation about the Holland Land Company at the Leon Historical Society on June 15th at 11am. Barker Museum's Archivist, Catherine Oag-Miller will lead the presentation. She has extensive knowledge of people and happenings of the local areas and is known for giving an engaging presentation. For those of you who may have Holland Land Co. on your Deed, bring a notebook and enjoy hearing Ms. Oag-Miller at the 1836 Church in Leon, NY. Light refreshments will be served.
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